Purpose

To provide an update on the changes to the Waste Policy.

Decision

That Cabinet:

Review and approve the updated Refuse and Recycling Operational Policy.

Reasons for the decision

The proposed amendments to the Refuse and Recycling Operational Policy would impact all residents, and therefore the report recommends that Cabinet:

• Review and approve the updated Refuse and Recycling Operational Policy

These changes have been proposed to ensure the services delivered by the Waste Team provide the best possible service standards for residents. They will increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the service. The change in start time will ensure more consistent collections. It will also ensure that waste is not stored on vehicles in the depot yard overnight, which is a breach of health and safety regulations. The variations to Bank Holiday working will reduce the impact of Bank Holiday collection changes on residents and will reduce missed bin numbers. It will lessen the complexity of the collection schedule for residents, resulting in a more consistent collection schedule

Other options considered

The alternative option considered was to do nothing and leave the Refuse and Recycling Operational Policy as it currently stands and not make the suggested changes to start times and Bank Holiday working. This option would not enable the Waste Team to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Waste Service which is a key requirement under the Environment Act 2021